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Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition in which plaque builds up in the arteries. Plaque is made of cholesterol, fat, calcium, and fibrous tissues. When plaque builds up in the arteries, ...

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (KFSN) -- Eight million American adults struggle with peripheral artery disease, or PAD, every year. It's a build-up of plaque that blocks the blood flow in the legs, or feet. Now ...

Cholesterol buildup in your arteries can cause serious leg problems. Discover how peripheral artery disease affects millions ...

What is peripheral artery disease? Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is the narrowing of peripheral arteries, which results in reduced blood flow to the limbs. PAD can also be a sign of atherosclecrosis ...

Although clogged coronary arteries get most of the publicity, leg arteries can also become blocked, leading to muscle pain and cramping and, occasionally, more serious problems. The condition is known ...

Leg pain during walking could signal Peripheral Artery Disease (PAD), indicating clogged arteries and increased risk of heart attack and stroke. Early detection through tests like ABI is crucial, ...

If you suffer from peripheral artery disease (PAD) or other circulation problems, you know they're not just a pain during the day. The issue can often make it hard to sleep at night, too. And that may ...

Dr. Thoralf Sundt answers the question: 'Bypass -- Vessels From Legs Or Chest?' — -- Question: How does a surgeon decide whether to use veins from the legs or arteries from the chest to do bypass ...

Millions of Americans have peripheral artery disease, a disorder primarily caused by fatty deposits that can narrow arteries and block blood flow to the legs. Often, the first symptom they feel is leg ...